North & Northwest Tour of Iran

15 day Northern Iran Tour

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Introduction

Start and end in Tehran! you have a 15 days tour package.

Day 1: Tehran

After arriving at Tehran Intl airport, your guide will meet and greet you; then, you will be transferred to the hotel. Overnight Tehran

Day 2: Tehran

Today, we will start our tour with a trip to the Golestan Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Every Tile of this palace, with its stunning mirrors, will surprise any tourist. This palace, which has been the site of the coronation of Iranian rulers for the past century, it’s one of the most beautiful and ancient buildings in the capital of Iran, and it has many wonders that you should look around for and see the great events that have taken place. In Golestan palace, you can visit the Takht-e Marmar, Khalvate-e Karim Khani, Negar Khaneh, Main Halls, Shams-Al Emarat, etc.
Then you will go to the Grand Bazaar. Tehran Bazaar does not need to introduce it. This lovely labyrinth corridor hosts many of people who come for shopping every day. In addition to shopping, have a look at the top of your head and see its beautiful architecture and tourist attractions, such as Haj Ali Darvish Tea House, Sabze-Meydan. (Grand Bazaar dates back to the Safavid era, the time of Nasser al-Din Shah), with its unique entrance and distinctive architecture, it has played an important role in Tehran’s economic and social environment. Now, this Bazaar, in addition to its economic role, can be seen as a monument to Iranian Islamic architecture.

I recommend to eat your lunch in one of the best traditional restaurant such as:  Muslim, Sharaf El Islami, or Shamshiri restaurants.
In the afternoon you will go to Nature Bridge. The bridge has a very organic design. The construction of all the appearance and columns of the bridge is inspired by nature. Overnight Tehran

Day 3: Tehran- Masuleh

In the morning drive toward Masuleh. (It’s about 5 hours driving). You will see a great combination of nature and architecture! Overnight Masuleh

Day 4: Masuleh

First of all, let’s take a look at one of the most attractive parts of Masouleh village, namely the bazaar. This historical Bazaar is the economic heart of the village, all kinds of handicrafts souvenirs, and necessities of life sell here. After that, we will go to Masouleh Anthropology Museum. In this museum, you will get acquainted with the lifestyle, customs, local clothes, and historical tools and equipment discovered from the village.

Day 5: Masuleh- Sarein

Early in the morning, after eating your delicious breakfast we will head to the Sarein or Sareyn. Sarein is one of the tourist cities of Ardabil province, which is located 30 km west of Ardabil city. The main tourist attraction of this city is the hot springs that have healing properties. Many hot springs are very different from each other. This city attracts a lot of travelers from different parts of the world. You will enjoy the warm water that comes from nature. Honey and buttermilk are the most famous souvenirs of Sarein. You can enjoy the most delicious Ash doogh in Sarein. Overnight Sarein

Day 6: Sarein

Enjoy a relaxing day in this fascinating city. Overnight Sareyn

Day 7: Sarein- Kaleybar

In the morning drive toward Kaleybar in East Azarbaijan. Enjoy the beautiful nature and scenery. Kaleybar

Day 8: Kaleybar

On this day you will go to visit Jameh Mosque. The length of the building is 50 meters and its width is 30 meters. The mosque has a large dome that in the past had a minaret 45 meters high and 17 meters in diameter. The minaret was damaged and collapsed due to the Russian bombing. In the space in front of the Kalibar Mosque, there is an old bathroom (Shah Abbas Bath) that is underground. Of course, it is not possible to visit it and the only things that can be seen from it are the small domes that protrude from the floor. These domes are bathroom skylights. If you are interested you can have some climbing to visit Babak Qaleh (Castle). Then, return to Kaleybar. Overnight Kaleybar

Day 9: Kaleybar -Tabriz

Leaving Kaleybar and drive toward Tabriz.  As soon as you arrive you will go to visit Kaboud Mosque or Jahanshah Mosque in Tabriz which is known as the turquoise of Islam, is one of the valuable works of Iranian architecture that is different from other examples of mosque architecture in terms of architectural style.
Then we will visit the Azerbaijan Museum, which is one of the most important and the second-largest archeological museums in Iran after the National Museum.
Afterward, we will visit Tabriz Bazaar is one of the largest indoor markets in the world and one of the masterpieces of Iranian architecture that has been registered in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Make sure you do not miss the chance to taste the delicious foods in famous bazaar restaurants such as Haj Ali Restaurant while touring Tabriz Bazaar. After lunch, all you have to do is go to the other side of the street and visit the Constitutional Museum.
The next place to visit is the Parvin Etesami House, Which is the most famous female poet of Iran, which is related to the first Pahlavi period. Overnight Tabriz

Day 10: Tabriz-Kandovan-Tabriz

In the morning after eating your breakfast; you will have an excursion to Kandovan. This beautiful village located in the mountain. Houses are carved inside the mountain which is such an amazing feat by itself, but seeing how the people live happily is something else. Overnight Tabriz

Day 11: Tabriz-Zanjan

In the morning drive toward Soltanieh. Soltanieh city is one of the cities of Zanjan province, which is located 43 km from Zanjan. The dome of Soltanieh and the tomb of Oljaito are located in this city. The dome of Soltanieh was built in 1302-1312 in the city of Soltanieh (the capital of the Ilkhanids). This dome has been registered in the World Heritage List. It is said that this dome was modeled in the construction of the great dome of Florence.
Drive back to Zanjan. Your exploration starts in the Zanjan with visiting Jame Mosque. This mosque is a remnant of Qajar art located in the center of Zanjan. This mosque was built in the 13th lunar century by the son of Fath Ali Shah Qajar. This historical complex, which is one of the largest and most beautiful mosques and religious schools in Zanjan, is one of the valuable buildings built based on the design of four-porch mosques.
Next up is Chehelston Mosque; this mosque is located in the bazaar. This mosque was one of the most important and famous seminaries in Iran during the Qajar period. According to the inscription installed on the front of the entrance of the building, this building was built in 1284 AH
Overnight Zanjan

Day 12: Zanjan- Hamedan

Early in the morning, we will head to the Hamedan. Hamedan (Hegmataneh) has been called the cradle of Iranian history and civilization. A province with a long history, a cool summer climate, and unique historical and natural tourist attractions. first, we will visit the tomb of Baba Taher Hamedani, a mystic and poet of the late fourth and mid-fifth centuries AH. Then we will visit the Tomb of Abu Ali Sina.
Abu Ali Hussein bin Abdullah, known as Abu Ali Sina, Ibn Sina, Bu Ali Sina, and nicknamed Sheikh al-Rayees, is one of the famous Iranian scientists, whose works are very important in the field of medicine and Aristotelian philosophy of Iran and the world.
The book of law and healing is one of the most important works of Bu Ali Sina. Overnight Hamedan

Day 13: Hamedan

Today you will go to Ali Sadr Cave. Undoubtedly, Ali Sadr Cave is the most famous tourist attraction (of natural type) in Hamedan. Ali Sadr is the longest water cave in the world, which is located about 70 km from the Hamadan. Geologists have attributed the age of Ali Sadr Cave to the Jurassic period due to its internal rocks. You will see the most beautiful natural effects of the world in this amazing cave. You will go by boat to the depths of the cave and watch its wonders up close. In parts of the cave, the temperature inside the cave is constant throughout the year and is about 12 degrees Celsius. Then, after boating in the cave, you will eat your lunch in Alisadr Jahangardi Hotel and then visit the pottery workshops and pottery shops of Laleh Jin. Overnight Hamedan

Day 14: Hamedan- Tehran

In the morning after eating your breakfast drive toward Tehran. Free on your leisure. Overnight Tehran

Day 15: Tehran-Depart

You will depart the accommodation based on your flight time. We are happy that you will return to your country with good memories.

Good To Know

Tehran Bazaar is closed on Friday.

Group Size: Unlimited
Duration:15 Days &14 Nights
Tour Type
north-of-iran

What’s Included:

• All airport transfers
• Hotel accommodation with breakfast
• Domestic flight
• All mentioned sightseeing
• Licensed English speaking driver guide
• Visa support & reference code

What’s Excluded:

• Entrance fee
• International airfare
• Personal insurance
• Visa stamp fee
• Expenses of personal nature
• Tips & Portages
• Lunch & Dinner

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